Sewage Planning Specialist Trainee (Environmental Trainee) - Clean Water

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual for the role of Sewage Planning Specialist Trainee. This exciting position offers a comprehensive one-year training program aimed at equipping you with the necessary skills to apply the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act and ensure compliance with the Clean Streams Law. You will evaluate sewage modules, assess land development proposals, and conduct soil surveys, all while contributing to the health of Pennsylvania's communities. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to environmental stewardship and make a meaningful impact in safeguarding our natural resources for future generations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of technical experience in a related field.
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate sewage modules and land development proposals.
• Conduct soil characteristic surveys and maintain documentation.

Skills

Environmental Science

Environmental Engineering

Biology

Ecology

Geology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Technical Experience in Environmental Science

Job description

The Department of Environmental Protection is looking for a dedicated individual to join our team in promoting the health of Pennsylvania's communities and natural surroundings. We invite you to apply for the position of Sewage Planning Specialist Trainee, where you will play a vital role in ensuring that sewage facilities and clean water regulations are met and properly managed. As a trainee, you will be involved in overseeing the implementation of essential regulations, contributing to the safety and cleanliness of our water systems. Exciting opportunities await you as you embark on this journey with us. If you are passionate about environmental stewardship and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to consider this role and join our mission to safeguard Pennsylvania's environment for future generations.

As a Sewage Planning Specialist Trainee, you will engage in a comprehensive one-year training program designed to equip you with the skills necessary to apply the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act in your designated region while ensuring adherence to the Clean Streams Law. Your responsibilities will encompass the evaluation of sewage modules and new land development proposals, along with offering recommendations for their approval or rejection. Additionally, you will conduct soil characteristic surveys and maintain thorough documentation of your findings.

This role will also provide you with the chance to gain insights into the assessment of proposals for alternative and experimental sewage disposal systems. Through this training, you will develop a robust understanding of sewage planning and compliance, preparing you for a successful career in this vital field.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may require travel.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,890.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field; or
• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
• your score may be lower than deserved.
• you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.